Milk for Use in School Lunch Programs

This contract, designated as RCO-26-004, seeks proposals for supplying ½ pint containers of milk to support school lunch programs across 20 school districts within Albany County, New York, under the Regional Shared Food Service (SFS) program managed by Capital Region BOCES. The procurement emphasizes sourcing milk from New York to promote local agriculture and ensure quality. The solicitation was posted on June 9, 2025, with a deadline for responses set for June 24, 2025. The contract is expected to be valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000, reflecting the scale of the program across multiple districts. Proposals will be evaluated based on the best value offered, considering factors beyond just price, to ensure quality and reliability in the supply chain. The solicitation is open to vendors interested in providing milk that meets the specified requirements, with the primary point of contact being Lateef Clark via email. The process is managed by Capital Region BOCES, an organization serving the educational needs of the region, and the contract aims to secure a reliable supplier capable of meeting the demands of the participating school districts. Interested vendors can access further details and submit proposals through the designated online portal, ensuring compliance with the outlined specifications and deadlines.